Are major phone companies preparing to ditch the Android mobile operating system?
Samsung WaveIt’s an interesting question. Samsung recently introduced a new line of Wave phones using its own Bada operating system, and word out this week is that Taiwan-based HTC might be looking to move in a similar direction, perhaps by purchasing WebOS from HP. On August 18, HP announced that it was discontinuing its WebOS line of devices, including the HP TouchPad tablet and the yet-to-be-released HP Pre 3 smartphone.
The companies may have started to worry about Android after learning last month that
September 13, 2011
Philadelphia papers court subscribers with $99 Android tablet
The Philadelphia Media Network, parent company of the Philadelphia Inquirer, Philadelphia Daily News, and Philly.com, on Monday officially announced its program to subsidize Android tablets for newspaper subscribers.
The program first came to light two months ago, when Philadelphia Media Network said it expected to begin a pilot program in August, where it distributed 2,000 Android tablets at a discounted price with each $2.99 weekly subscription to its publications.
Today the company has announced the brand and specs of the Android tablet,
The program first came to light two months ago, when Philadelphia Media Network said it expected to begin a pilot program in August, where it distributed 2,000 Android tablets at a discounted price with each $2.99 weekly subscription to its publications.
Today the company has announced the brand and specs of the Android tablet,
September 12, 2011
Will Samsung's 'iPhone-Killer' Galaxy S2 Overpower Motorola Droid Bionic?
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It comes with a cloud-friendly app Zumocast, which lets users bring videos, music, pictures and documents stored on their computers to their handset via remote access. In the U.S., the Droid Bionic is available for $299 on a new two-year contract with Verizon, or $599 at full retail.
Galaxy S2 comes to the U.S. after selling a record 5 million units in 85 days in Europe and Asia and is the best-selling Samsung phone ever. The Samsung’s phone rivals the rumored specs of the forthcoming iPhone 5. Apple has accused Samsung of "slavishly
It comes with a cloud-friendly app Zumocast, which lets users bring videos, music, pictures and documents stored on their computers to their handset via remote access. In the U.S., the Droid Bionic is available for $299 on a new two-year contract with Verizon, or $599 at full retail.
Galaxy S2 comes to the U.S. after selling a record 5 million units in 85 days in Europe and Asia and is the best-selling Samsung phone ever. The Samsung’s phone rivals the rumored specs of the forthcoming iPhone 5. Apple has accused Samsung of "slavishly
OMG/JK: Amazon Tablets, Carol Bartz, And Friendship Bracelets
And we're here for a new episode of OMG JK. I'm Jason Kincaid.And I'm MG Siegler.The first thing we're gonna talk about is a big scoop that we had, you had, that I had last week. It's the Amazon Kindle tablet, so there have been rumors about this thing for a while, but I actually saw it and I used it for a while, for like an hour, so I know basically everything about it. I don't know all the shift details inside it because...So, why don't I lob some of the rumors at you. We'll talk about which ones are true. Sure.All right. So, first off, how big it is? There has been a
Netflix Now Works on Android 2.2 and 2.3 Devices
Netflix customers who want to watch the latest shows on the go using their smartphones have gotten some good news, but not everyone will be able to share in the party.
The video-streaming service has updated its app to work on smartphones that run either the Froyo or Gingerbread versions of the Android operating system, although those with the Honeycomb version are still out of luck.
The latest update landed at the Android Market Friday with surprisingly little fanfare. Under the app’s “What’s New” tab it now simply says, “Netflix now
The video-streaming service has updated its app to work on smartphones that run either the Froyo or Gingerbread versions of the Android operating system, although those with the Honeycomb version are still out of luck.
The latest update landed at the Android Market Friday with surprisingly little fanfare. Under the app’s “What’s New” tab it now simply says, “Netflix now
September 11, 2011
DROID BIONIC Review
Smartphone users are a demanding lot. Give them the latest version of Android, big displays and 4G LTE connectivity, and they ask for a dual-core processor as well. Until now it’s been too much to ask of Verizon, but all that changed with the arrival of the much-anticipated DROID BIONIC by Motorola this week. Announced back at CES in January and then variously updated and delayed since, Verizon promises that this is the fastest 4G phone around. Is this finally the LTE Android to satisfy speed-freaks? Check out the full SlashGear review after the cut.
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Could Android Jelly Bean Be the Successor to Ice Cream Sandwich?
Slow news day? How else to explain the buzz being generated by a thisismynext.com report about potential codenames for Google's follow up to its upcoming Android mobile operating system?
The follow-up to Google's current-generation Android 3.0 Honeycomb OS that's affectionately known as Ice Cream Sandwich won't even be arriving until October or November, according to Google. That said, interest in all things Android has certainly kept pace with the operating system's growing importance in the smartphone and tablet markets.
So perhaps it makes sense that people are keen to
The follow-up to Google's current-generation Android 3.0 Honeycomb OS that's affectionately known as Ice Cream Sandwich won't even be arriving until October or November, according to Google. That said, interest in all things Android has certainly kept pace with the operating system's growing importance in the smartphone and tablet markets.
So perhaps it makes sense that people are keen to
Nexflix app finally compatible with Android 2.2 and 2.3 devices
Mike Flacy September 10, 2011 AndroidMobileMobile users on the dominant versions of the Android software finally got access to the streaming version of Mad Men and a collection of aging movies. Netflix updated the mobile application this week to version 1.4.Updated to support all Froyo and Gingerbread version of the Android operating system, Netflix has made its mobile Android app compatible with over 80 percent of purchased Android devices. Since the original release of the app, users have been frustrated with Netflix’s slow progress in updating the application. When the Netflix app
September 10, 2011
Android Tablets, Take Two: All Eyes On PC Vendors, Retail Partners, Amazon
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By now the failures are well-chronicled: Motorola (NYSE: MMI) priced the Xoom much too high for an iPad-centric audience to take notice, Samsung’s Galaxy Tab 10.1 offered little to differentiate itself from Apple (European courts are taking a less diplomatic view), and HTC’s Flyer doesn’t appear to have even registered in the industry’s consciousness. Depending on which
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By now the failures are well-chronicled: Motorola (NYSE: MMI) priced the Xoom much too high for an iPad-centric audience to take notice, Samsung’s Galaxy Tab 10.1 offered little to differentiate itself from Apple (European courts are taking a less diplomatic view), and HTC’s Flyer doesn’t appear to have even registered in the industry’s consciousness. Depending on which
Exclusive: Android 'Jelly Bean' comes after Ice Cream Sandwich
We’re hearing from a trusted source this afternoon that the next version of Android after Ice Cream Sandwich will be known as “Jelly Bean,” continuing Google’s longstanding tradition of naming Android builds after sweet treats in alphabetical order. What we don’t yet know is the version number — in fact, Google has yet to say what Ice Cream Sandwich’s version number will be, much less Jelly Bean’s.
Additionally, our source tells us he’s hearing that the “game-changing stuff” that had originally been
Additionally, our source tells us he’s hearing that the “game-changing stuff” that had originally been
Video: DROID BIONIC First Impressions
I've had the BIONIC just about 24 hours now, and that's enough time to draw a few, basic conclusions about the phone. It's not sufficient for a full review, obviously, but if you're itching to know more about how using the BIONIC is from an Android addict's perspective, you might want to check out my first impressions video.Basically, I discuss the phone's hand feel, display, performance, and a few other less noteworthy items. It's a bit more than you'll get from walking into a Verizon store and playing with a display model for 5 minutes, but it's a lot less than what you'll see in our full
September 9, 2011
Is Apple preparing a legal assault on Google over Android?
Apple says Google's Andy Rubin got the idea for Android while employed by Apple -- surely, another shoe is about to drop
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If you're as old as I am, you may remember Soviet Premier Nikita Khrushchev making an ass of himself claiming that the Russians invented television. Now Apple is making an ass of itself, claiming that the seeds of the Android were planted at Apple in the early 1990s. How could that be?
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If you're as old as I am, you may remember Soviet Premier Nikita Khrushchev making an ass of himself claiming that the Russians invented television. Now Apple is making an ass of itself, claiming that the seeds of the Android were planted at Apple in the early 1990s. How could that be?
The Bombshell That Wasn't: FOSS Patents' Android Scoop Misses The Mark
In the post, Mueller points to Document 397 of the Oracle v. Google case, which includes the following passages (written by Google employees):Mueller goes on to say this is “definitive confirmation of what was previously suspected: the Android source code tree has “private branches” and some OEMs were always more equal than others.” He also questions how, given the fact that it has shown certain OEMs favoritism in the past, anyone could believe that Google won’t bestow unfair favoritism toward Motorola Mobility after it acquires the company.In his post, Mueller acknowledges that
September 8, 2011
Soak test heralds Motorola Droid 3 update arrival
Droid 3 users have been receiving emails from Motorola declaring the start of a soak test ahead of the next update.
A limited number of users will be included in the soak test and apparently if all goes well we could be seeing the full update going live some time this month.
The email sent to users said: ‘Several thousand 3 Global owners will receive the update. Only a percentage will be Motorola Feedback Network (MFN)
A limited number of users will be included in the soak test and apparently if all goes well we could be seeing the full update going live some time this month.
The email sent to users said: ‘Several thousand 3 Global owners will receive the update. Only a percentage will be Motorola Feedback Network (MFN)
Apple urged to hand over iPad sales figures in Galaxy Tab suit
Federal Court Judge Annabelle Bennett has said that Apple should consider handing over UK and US sales figures on the iPad and iPad 2 if they hope to have any chance of achieving a ban on Samsung’s Galaxy Tab in Australia. The numbers would help her determine if sales of the Galaxy Tab would affect iPad sales down under.
The judge is leaving it up to Apple to decide whether or not they want to submit the data for consideration and has denied Samsung’s request for them, says Bloomberg. Apple is strongly urged to comply with the request, as the judge made it clear that she
The judge is leaving it up to Apple to decide whether or not they want to submit the data for consideration and has denied Samsung’s request for them, says Bloomberg. Apple is strongly urged to comply with the request, as the judge made it clear that she
Samsung Stratosphere Passes Through FCC Headed to Verizon's 4G LTE Network
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If you’ve been waiting for a 4G LTE smartphone with a physical keyboard, it looks like your lucky day will arrive soon as the Samsung Stratosphere has passed through the FCC and lo and behold it has 4G LTE capabilities on board. The Stratosphere is certainly not going to turn heads like the Motorola Droid Bionic will but it will definitely find a niche on Verizon.
Especially if it’s rocking a cheap
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If you’ve been waiting for a 4G LTE smartphone with a physical keyboard, it looks like your lucky day will arrive soon as the Samsung Stratosphere has passed through the FCC and lo and behold it has 4G LTE capabilities on board. The Stratosphere is certainly not going to turn heads like the Motorola Droid Bionic will but it will definitely find a niche on Verizon.
Especially if it’s rocking a cheap
Motorola Droid Bionic: Unboxing and First Hands On
The Motorola Droid Bionic is Verizon's first dual-core, LTE phone, a $299 behemoth that wraps together everything the carrier has to offer. Techies on Verizon have been waiting a long time for this phone. Does it live up to the hype?
I've been playing with the Droid Bionic for just a few hours as of this writing, running our benchmarks and testing out the phone's dizzying array of docks. (Look for a story profiling all the docks later today.) And at least at first glance, this looks like the current flagship for the entire Android universe.
The Bionic feels expensive. This
I've been playing with the Droid Bionic for just a few hours as of this writing, running our benchmarks and testing out the phone's dizzying array of docks. (Look for a story profiling all the docks later today.) And at least at first glance, this looks like the current flagship for the entire Android universe.
The Bionic feels expensive. This
September 7, 2011
Official Press Photos of Pantech Breakout Appear With Verizon 4G LTE
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We’ve heard about the Pantech Breakout before as yet another addition to Verizon Wireless’s 4G LTE portfolio of Android smartphone, and now we’re beginning to see some official press photos for the device. The folks over at pocketnow had uncovered some official photos for the 4G LTE smartphone–a first for Pantech–that will join the company of the HTC Thunderbolt, Samsung Droid Charge, LG Revolution,
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We’ve heard about the Pantech Breakout before as yet another addition to Verizon Wireless’s 4G LTE portfolio of Android smartphone, and now we’re beginning to see some official press photos for the device. The folks over at pocketnow had uncovered some official photos for the 4G LTE smartphone–a first for Pantech–that will join the company of the HTC Thunderbolt, Samsung Droid Charge, LG Revolution,
Samsung Stratosphere 4G LTE: Powerful iPhone 5 Nemesis
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According to the leaked specs, the Samsung smartphone looks very similar to Samsung Epic 4G, another QWERTY slider which has 4-inch display. The rumored specs of Stratosphere include Super AMOLED Plus 480 x 800 pixels resolution display, 1GHz single-core processor, Android 2.3.4 preinstalled, 512MB of RAM, 1800mAh battery, 2GB internal storage and 5-megapixel rear along with 1.3-megapixel front cameras. While comparing it with iPhone 5’s rumored specs (3.7-inch or 4-inch display, dual core processor, iOS 5, 768 MB or 1 GB RAM,
According to the leaked specs, the Samsung smartphone looks very similar to Samsung Epic 4G, another QWERTY slider which has 4-inch display. The rumored specs of Stratosphere include Super AMOLED Plus 480 x 800 pixels resolution display, 1GHz single-core processor, Android 2.3.4 preinstalled, 512MB of RAM, 1800mAh battery, 2GB internal storage and 5-megapixel rear along with 1.3-megapixel front cameras. While comparing it with iPhone 5’s rumored specs (3.7-inch or 4-inch display, dual core processor, iOS 5, 768 MB or 1 GB RAM,
Apple Tipped To Go After Telstra & Secret 4G Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9
In the Federal Court Samsung has given Apple until the 26th of September which is one day before Telstra will roll out their new network and branding campaign.See our exclusive story from yesterday. The new Samsung 4G tablet which is set to be exclusive to Telstra, is believed to be the same model that US carrier Verizon Wireless will launch later this year. Known as the Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 the device will be backward compatible so that it will also work on a 3G network as well as the new Telstra.Click to enlargeSources at Telstra have told SmartHouse that the new 4G network will be
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Samsung’s Stratosphere, also known as the SCH-i405, made an appearance on the FCC today. The device, which features a horizontal QWERTY sliding keyboard, won approval for CDMA/EvDO 850 and 1900 bands, as well as Verizon’s LTE network. The Stratosphere is Verizon’s first LTE QWERTY slider, and a likely competitor to Verizon’s Motorola Droid 3.
So far, we know that the Stratosphere will run Android 2.3.4 Gingerbread, and will feature front (1.3MP) and rear (5MP) cameras. The device will reportedly feature a WVGA display which may rely
So far, we know that the Stratosphere will run Android 2.3.4 Gingerbread, and will feature front (1.3MP) and rear (5MP) cameras. The device will reportedly feature a WVGA display which may rely
Samsung Stratosphere 4G LTE QWERTY to Pose Threat to Motorola Droid Bionic
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Samsung Stratosphere's rumored features are Super AMOLED Plus 480 x 800 pixels resolution display, 1GHz single-core processor, Android 2.3.4 preinstalled, 512MB of RAM, 1800mAh battery, 2GB internal storage and 5-megapixel rear along with 1.3-megapixel front cameras. In fact, the display size is not yet certain, but by looking at the leaked pictures, the phone appears to feature a 4-inch screen similar to Sprint’s Samsung Epic 4G, a QWERTY Slider from Samsung launched in September 2010.
Meanwhile, Motorola Droid Bionic has powerful
Samsung Stratosphere's rumored features are Super AMOLED Plus 480 x 800 pixels resolution display, 1GHz single-core processor, Android 2.3.4 preinstalled, 512MB of RAM, 1800mAh battery, 2GB internal storage and 5-megapixel rear along with 1.3-megapixel front cameras. In fact, the display size is not yet certain, but by looking at the leaked pictures, the phone appears to feature a 4-inch screen similar to Sprint’s Samsung Epic 4G, a QWERTY Slider from Samsung launched in September 2010.
Meanwhile, Motorola Droid Bionic has powerful
Is the Motorola Droid 3 actually the Droid 2 on steroids?
In the mobile marketplace, as with many areas in life, you don’t have to make sweeping changes to a popular product when you release the new version. Witness the Chevrolet Corvette. The popular sports car has been around for over 50 years, but the design has changed very little considering the technological advances available over that time. The sleek, curvy, sexy lines were appealing then, and are still appealing. Motorola wisely adopted this policy when designing the Motorola Droid 3 Android smartphone. The Droid 2 was one of the best selling phones Motorola and Verizon wireless
After repeated delays Motorola Droid Bionic release coming on Sept 8
There is some good news for tech nerds. After repeated delays Motorola Droid Bionic release is coming on Sept 8
It is time for the launch of a great smart phone. It seems that we are very close to the launch of a very promising smart phone Motorola Droid Bionic. We have heard a lot about it in the last few months and now Motorola has revealed that this gem of a smart phone is going to be released merely a few days from now on September 8.
So this is clear that the tech world’s wait for Motorola Droid Bionic is going to end in September 2011. Motorola Mobility’s CEO
It is time for the launch of a great smart phone. It seems that we are very close to the launch of a very promising smart phone Motorola Droid Bionic. We have heard a lot about it in the last few months and now Motorola has revealed that this gem of a smart phone is going to be released merely a few days from now on September 8.
So this is clear that the tech world’s wait for Motorola Droid Bionic is going to end in September 2011. Motorola Mobility’s CEO
HTC Droid Incredible Getting Android 'Gingerbread' 2.3 Now
Just a few days ago we let you know that HTC would be bringing the latest version of Google’s Android mobile operating system to a few of their devices on Verizon. In particular, both the HTC Thunderbolt and Droid Incredible were said to be getting the Android ‘Gingerbread’ 2.3 update. However, at the time of these reports HTC had said that the updates would be dropping in September leading us to believe that they wouldn’t be available until some time later this month. Well, we’re hear to tell you that reports have surfaced that say the update is now available for the Droid
Samsung Galaxy Tab sold just 20000 out of 1m shipped: Lenovo
Android tablet maker Lenovo has claimed that only 20, 000 out of the total 1 million Samsung tablets shipped last year has been bought thus falling way short of their sales targets. Lenovo further claimed that Samsung also tried to extract share from market leader Apple and ended up burning fingers. In words of Andrew Barrow, director of consumer products and pricing for Lenovo, such dismal sales figures clearly suggest Samsung has not been actually setting tablet market afire as expected. He accused Samsung of undercutting Apple iPad's price, which already has sold more than 30 million units
September 6, 2011
Samsung Stratosphere: Verizon's next LTE phone?
Verizon subscribers may have their first handset with both LTE and a slide-out keyboard to choose from this week. The Samsung Stratosphere is reportedly about to launch on the largest carrier in the U.S., according to PocketNow, which has images of the handset. To the disappointment of many, Verizon chose not to carry the most popular Samsung phone, the Galaxy S II.
The Stratosphere’s support for LTE should appeal to those wanting a smartphone with a mobile broadband connection that averages around 12 Mbps, faster than many home broadband connections. The five-row hardware keyboard will
The Stratosphere’s support for LTE should appeal to those wanting a smartphone with a mobile broadband connection that averages around 12 Mbps, faster than many home broadband connections. The five-row hardware keyboard will
10 Reasons Why iPhone 5 Doesn't Stand a Chance Against Motorola Droid Bionic
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Motorola Droid Bionic has undergone several changes in terms of design. It had looked like Motorola Atrix in the beginning of this year but now it looks very similar to Motorola Droid 3, one of the latest high-end phones launched by Motorola. But Motorola Droid 3 has a slider QWERTY unlike Droid Bionic which is just a touch screen phone. And other changes include higher RAM capacity, changed from Tegra 2 AP20H chipest to TI OMAP4430 chipset and surprisingly the inclusion of lesser battery capacity compared to the one introduced in the
Motorola Droid Bionic has undergone several changes in terms of design. It had looked like Motorola Atrix in the beginning of this year but now it looks very similar to Motorola Droid 3, one of the latest high-end phones launched by Motorola. But Motorola Droid 3 has a slider QWERTY unlike Droid Bionic which is just a touch screen phone. And other changes include higher RAM capacity, changed from Tegra 2 AP20H chipest to TI OMAP4430 chipset and surprisingly the inclusion of lesser battery capacity compared to the one introduced in the
Verizon's Pantech Breakout rendered, is four inches of LTE goodness
Verizon's LTE lineup will soon be expanding like a balloon. With this week's launch of the Motorola Droid Bionic and eventual release of the Samsung Stratosphere and LG Revolution 2, 4G shoppers will soon have options aplenty to choose from; why not throw another one into the mix? The LTE-enabled Pantech Breakout -- which passed through the FCC as the Apache -- now has some higher-quality renders, courtesy of PocketNow. While most of the phone's specs are in line with the HTC Thunderbolt and Samsung Droid Charge, it differs by offering a smaller 4-inch WVGA display, Pantech's
Samsung's unreleased Galaxy Tab 7.7 faces German ban
Samsung's Galaxy Tab 7.7 tablet computer isn't even out yet, but it has been banned from being sold in Germany.
The newest model in the Galaxy Tab lineup, was unveiled last week at the IFA electronics trade show in Berlin, but Samsung removed the Galaxy Tab 7.7 from its show booth after a Dusseldorf regional court granted Apple a second temporary injunction in its patent fight with the Korean consumer electronics maker, according to a Bloomberg news report.
"Samsung respects the court's decision," though the company also believes such rulings "severely limits consumer choice in
The newest model in the Galaxy Tab lineup, was unveiled last week at the IFA electronics trade show in Berlin, but Samsung removed the Galaxy Tab 7.7 from its show booth after a Dusseldorf regional court granted Apple a second temporary injunction in its patent fight with the Korean consumer electronics maker, according to a Bloomberg news report.
"Samsung respects the court's decision," though the company also believes such rulings "severely limits consumer choice in
Verizon's Samsung Stratosphere SCH-I405 pictured
By Florin on 05 Sep 11
Although it’s not quite a Galaxy S II, as believed back in August, the Samsung Stratosphere SCH-I405 will most probably be seen as a great smartphone by lots of Verizon customers.
The Stratosphere has just appeared in officially-looking images, allowing us to check it out both closed, and with its (nice?) QWERTY keyboard out.
Feature-wise, the new handset will reportedly bring Android Gingerbread, a WVGA display (possibly Super AMOLED Plus), 5MP rear camera, and a 1.3MP front-facing camera.
The Samsung Stratosphere should be Verizon’s
Although it’s not quite a Galaxy S II, as believed back in August, the Samsung Stratosphere SCH-I405 will most probably be seen as a great smartphone by lots of Verizon customers.
The Stratosphere has just appeared in officially-looking images, allowing us to check it out both closed, and with its (nice?) QWERTY keyboard out.
Feature-wise, the new handset will reportedly bring Android Gingerbread, a WVGA display (possibly Super AMOLED Plus), 5MP rear camera, and a 1.3MP front-facing camera.
The Samsung Stratosphere should be Verizon’s
10 Reasons Why iPhone 5 Doesn't Stand a Chance Against Motorola Droid Bionic
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Motorola Droid Bionic has undergone several changes in terms of design. It had looked like Motorola Atrix in the beginning of this year but now it looks very similar to Motorola Droid 3, one of the latest high-end phones launched by Motorola. But Motorola Droid 3 has a slider QWERTY unlike Droid Bionic which is just a touch screen phone. And other changes include higher RAM capacity, changed from Tegra 2 AP20H chipest to TI OMAP4430 chipset and surprisingly the inclusion of lesser battery capacity compared to the one introduced in the
Motorola Droid Bionic has undergone several changes in terms of design. It had looked like Motorola Atrix in the beginning of this year but now it looks very similar to Motorola Droid 3, one of the latest high-end phones launched by Motorola. But Motorola Droid 3 has a slider QWERTY unlike Droid Bionic which is just a touch screen phone. And other changes include higher RAM capacity, changed from Tegra 2 AP20H chipest to TI OMAP4430 chipset and surprisingly the inclusion of lesser battery capacity compared to the one introduced in the
September 5, 2011
After repeated delays Motorola Droid Bionic release coming on Sept 8
There is some good news for tech nerds. After repeated delays Motorola Droid Bionic release is coming on Sept 8
It is time for the launch of a great smart phone. It seems that we are very close to the launch of a very promising smart phone Motorola Droid Bionic. We have heard a lot about it in the last few months and now Motorola has revealed that this gem of a smart phone is going to be released merely a few days from now on September 8.
So this is clear that the tech world’s wait for Motorola Droid Bionic is going to end in September 2011. Motorola Mobility’s CEO
It is time for the launch of a great smart phone. It seems that we are very close to the launch of a very promising smart phone Motorola Droid Bionic. We have heard a lot about it in the last few months and now Motorola has revealed that this gem of a smart phone is going to be released merely a few days from now on September 8.
So this is clear that the tech world’s wait for Motorola Droid Bionic is going to end in September 2011. Motorola Mobility’s CEO
Verizon's Samsung Stratosphere pictures leaked, has full slide-out keyboard, LTE
We originally thought that the Samsung Stratosphere was some codename that Verizon had given to its variant of the Galaxy S II but that wasn’t the case because we found out that it will be a device equipped with a physical keyboard. Thanks to our friends at PocketNow, we finally have an idea about how the Stratosphere will look. It will go under model number SCH-i405, will have LTE radios and full QWERTY sliding keyboard. These pictures confirm about our leaked VZW Samsung device which was reported to sport a 5MP rear camera, 1.3MP front camera, Android 2.3.4 and probably
10 Reasons Why iPhone 5 Doesn't Stand a Chance Against Motorola Droid Bionic
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Motorola Droid Bionic has undergone several changes in terms of design. It had looked like Motorola Atrix in the beginning of this year but now it looks very similar to Motorola Droid 3, one of the latest high-end phones launched by Motorola. But Motorola Droid 3 has a slider QWERTY unlike Droid Bionic which is just a touch screen phone. And other changes include higher RAM capacity, changed from Tegra 2 AP20H chipest to TI OMAP4430 chipset and surprisingly the inclusion of lesser battery capacity compared to the one introduced in the
Motorola Droid Bionic has undergone several changes in terms of design. It had looked like Motorola Atrix in the beginning of this year but now it looks very similar to Motorola Droid 3, one of the latest high-end phones launched by Motorola. But Motorola Droid 3 has a slider QWERTY unlike Droid Bionic which is just a touch screen phone. And other changes include higher RAM capacity, changed from Tegra 2 AP20H chipest to TI OMAP4430 chipset and surprisingly the inclusion of lesser battery capacity compared to the one introduced in the
Galaxy Tab 7.7 pulled from IFA after new Apple moves
IFA 2011 Barely one day after the IFA consumer electronics show in Berlin opened its doors to the general public, Samsung had to pull its unreleased Galaxy Tab 7.7 from its booth, including all posters and promotional materials.
A Dusseldorf Regional Court recently granted Apple a temporary sales ban on the earlier Galaxy Tab 10.1 model in 26 of the 27 European Union member countries, and on Friday Apple secured a another injunction against Samsung's Galaxy Tab 7.7 in Germany. Cupertino claims that Samsung has infringed its patents with the Galaxy line of smartphones and tablet
A Dusseldorf Regional Court recently granted Apple a temporary sales ban on the earlier Galaxy Tab 10.1 model in 26 of the 27 European Union member countries, and on Friday Apple secured a another injunction against Samsung's Galaxy Tab 7.7 in Germany. Cupertino claims that Samsung has infringed its patents with the Galaxy line of smartphones and tablet
10 Reasons Why iPhone 5 Doesn't Stand a Chance Against Motorola Droid Bionic
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Motorola Droid Bionic has undergone several changes in terms of design. It had looked like Motorola Atrix in the beginning of this year but now it looks very similar to Motorola Droid 3, one of the latest high-end phones launched by Motorola. But Motorola Droid 3 has a slider QWERTY unlike Droid Bionic which is just a touch screen phone. And other changes include higher RAM capacity, changed from Tegra 2 AP20H chipest to TI OMAP4430 chipset and surprisingly the inclusion of lesser battery capacity compared to the one introduced in the
Motorola Droid Bionic has undergone several changes in terms of design. It had looked like Motorola Atrix in the beginning of this year but now it looks very similar to Motorola Droid 3, one of the latest high-end phones launched by Motorola. But Motorola Droid 3 has a slider QWERTY unlike Droid Bionic which is just a touch screen phone. And other changes include higher RAM capacity, changed from Tegra 2 AP20H chipest to TI OMAP4430 chipset and surprisingly the inclusion of lesser battery capacity compared to the one introduced in the
Case Design Shows iPhone 5 Will Have 4-inch Display
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So is there any credible indication that Apple could dump its grandstanding on better resolution and its awesome ability to offer better customer experience vis-a-vis Android competitors in order to compete with rivals on quantifiable terms? If it decides to do so, the next iPhone 5 will have a 4-inch display.
As always, case designs get leaked out ahead of the actual product launch and they offer vital clues to what the end product could look like. However, rumors based on case designs have to be taken with a pinch of salt as these have
So is there any credible indication that Apple could dump its grandstanding on better resolution and its awesome ability to offer better customer experience vis-a-vis Android competitors in order to compete with rivals on quantifiable terms? If it decides to do so, the next iPhone 5 will have a 4-inch display.
As always, case designs get leaked out ahead of the actual product launch and they offer vital clues to what the end product could look like. However, rumors based on case designs have to be taken with a pinch of salt as these have
Samsung Yanks Galaxy Tab 7.7 from Exhibit After Court Order
Now you see it, now you don't: Samsung Electronics erased all traces of the Galaxy Tab 7.7 from its exhibition stand at the Internationale Funkausstellung (IFA) in Berlin on Saturday, just two days after launching the tablet there.
Until Sunday the left most sign advertised the Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7. It was replaced after the Galaxy Tab 7.7 disappeared from the company's booth at the IFA consumer electronics show in Berlin. On opening day, a large backlit panel by the stand's entrance named three products: the Wave phone, the Tab tablet and, in the middle, the Note, which is between the two
Until Sunday the left most sign advertised the Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7. It was replaced after the Galaxy Tab 7.7 disappeared from the company's booth at the IFA consumer electronics show in Berlin. On opening day, a large backlit panel by the stand's entrance named three products: the Wave phone, the Tab tablet and, in the middle, the Note, which is between the two
September 4, 2011
Motorola Droid 3 improves resolution, processor and adds a camera
In the incredibly crowded wireless smartphone marketplace, manufacturers must be continuously proving their products and releasing update after update seemingly right after you get used to the phone you own. The Motorola Droid 3 is no exception. With improvements in resolution, processor and the camera set, Motorola has attempted to make multimedia and multitasking improvements in areas which are very important to the smartphone user. The Motorola Droid 2 was one of Motorola’s best selling handsets ever, and these improvements over the Droid 2 will certainly help the Motorola Droid
10 Reasons Why Samsung Galaxy S2 Will Overpower Apple iPhone 5
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Display: There is no display that matches the Super AMOLED Plus, which is the best available technology for mobile displays. It has conventional RGB matrix, which makes the display sharper as well, helping you to read the smallest of text. Samsung is the only manufacturer of Super AMOLED Plus displays and if one wants to experience the best screen there is no other choice in the market. The effect of Super AMOLED Plus is so evident that apart from being featured on Samsung Galaxy S2, it has helped Samsung Droid Charge to become one of
Display: There is no display that matches the Super AMOLED Plus, which is the best available technology for mobile displays. It has conventional RGB matrix, which makes the display sharper as well, helping you to read the smallest of text. Samsung is the only manufacturer of Super AMOLED Plus displays and if one wants to experience the best screen there is no other choice in the market. The effect of Super AMOLED Plus is so evident that apart from being featured on Samsung Galaxy S2, it has helped Samsung Droid Charge to become one of
Has Apple Struck New Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 Here One Day Gone The Next
They also produced a full press kit for the device which some are speculating it may have become another victim of Apple or the organisers of IFA who may have got a complaint from Apple and ordered Samsung to remove the device.All traces of the brand new tablet device have vanished from the IFA show floor including all demonstration models. Even the large poster advertising the new tablet has been covered up.On Thursday SmartHouse was told that we would get press releases for the new device in time for the official announcement on Thursday night. They never arrived.Next morning, we were
September 3, 2011
Verizon Tempts Customers to Upgrade to Smartphones with a Free $100 Gift Card
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Verizon Wireless is running a special promotion right now to get some if its customers to upgrade to a smartphone by offering a $100 gift card. The deal runs through November 15th and would cover some of today’s hottest devices–including the Motorola Droid 3, Droid X2, the HTC Thunderbolt, LG Revolution, Droid Charge, and more–as well as devices that are rumored to be coming soon but have not
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Verizon Wireless is running a special promotion right now to get some if its customers to upgrade to a smartphone by offering a $100 gift card. The deal runs through November 15th and would cover some of today’s hottest devices–including the Motorola Droid 3, Droid X2, the HTC Thunderbolt, LG Revolution, Droid Charge, and more–as well as devices that are rumored to be coming soon but have not
4-inch iPhone 5 May be Short Lived as iOS 5 Beta 7 Reveals 3.7-inch Display?
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Apple's purported move to introduce a 3.7-inch screen is a surprise given that major smartphone manufacturers have been releasing smartphones with larger screens ranging from 4 inches to 4.7 inches in the past two years. Motorola, Samsung and HTC have all introduced smarpthones with 4.3-inch size, establishing a trend. The best-selling phones like Samsung Galaxy S2, HTC Sensation 4G, Samsung Droid Charge, HTC Thunderbolt, Motorola Photon 4G and even the highly anticipated Motorola Droid Bionic feature a 4.3-inch screen. Maybe Apple
Apple's purported move to introduce a 3.7-inch screen is a surprise given that major smartphone manufacturers have been releasing smartphones with larger screens ranging from 4 inches to 4.7 inches in the past two years. Motorola, Samsung and HTC have all introduced smarpthones with 4.3-inch size, establishing a trend. The best-selling phones like Samsung Galaxy S2, HTC Sensation 4G, Samsung Droid Charge, HTC Thunderbolt, Motorola Photon 4G and even the highly anticipated Motorola Droid Bionic feature a 4.3-inch screen. Maybe Apple
Samsung Galaxy Tab sold just 20000 out of 1m shipped, claims rival
An executive at Android tablet maker Lenovo claims that Samsung sold only 20,000 of the 1m tablets that it shipped last year as it tried to "buy share" from market leader Apple.The dramatically low figure suggests that Samsung's efforts with its first 7-inch tablet, launched exactly a year ago, fell far short of targets.Andrew Barrow, director of consumer products and pricing for Lenovo Western Europe, told the Guardian that the problem with trying to substantially undercut the price of the Apple iPad, of which around 30m have so far been sold, was that "any would be giving money
Thunderbolt & Droid Incredible Gingerbread Updates Coming, Says So HTC's ...
What happened to that guy that kept crying “Wolf!” all the time? HTC is, again, mentioning Gingerbread updates for a couple of phones that should have received the updates a long time ago, the HTC Thunderbolt and the HTC Droid Incredible.
Of course it’s easy to talk about Android updates when you’re looking at them from the sidelines, but HTC did know what it was getting itself into when it launched these two devices, didn’t it? I’m also fairly sure it knew that the customers will want that recently launched Gingerbread version of Android installed on their Thunderbolts and
Of course it’s easy to talk about Android updates when you’re looking at them from the sidelines, but HTC did know what it was getting itself into when it launched these two devices, didn’t it? I’m also fairly sure it knew that the customers will want that recently launched Gingerbread version of Android installed on their Thunderbolts and
Verizon Primed for Samsung Droid Prime to Beat Out iPhone 5 with October ...
The Nexus Prime is primed to be the next "pure Google experience" smartphone from Samsung and more powerful than the first Samsung Galaxy S II. Verizon reportedly will have the exclusive Droid Prime ready for prime time by the holidays with an October release date.New reports suggest that the reason that Verizon Wireless passed on the Samsung Galaxy S II was that it would not compete with the iPhone 5 when it comes out. For a smartphone to beat out the iPhone 5 it would have to have 4G LTE access, which has not been confirmed. The Samsung
Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 and Galaxy Note Could Still Launch in the US
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As you might know, the IFA conference is taking place in Berlin right now and some pretty awesome gadgets have been announced. We’ve seen two promising Windows Phone Mango devices get announced by HTC and we’ve also see two devices from Samsung generate a pretty big buzz, those devices of course being the Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 and the Galaxy Note.
Samsung’s devices though have caused a pretty big stir here in the United States after Samsung confirmed to us that it had ‘no plans‘ to bring the Galaxy Tab 7.7 and the Galaxy Note
As you might know, the IFA conference is taking place in Berlin right now and some pretty awesome gadgets have been announced. We’ve seen two promising Windows Phone Mango devices get announced by HTC and we’ve also see two devices from Samsung generate a pretty big buzz, those devices of course being the Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 and the Galaxy Note.
Samsung’s devices though have caused a pretty big stir here in the United States after Samsung confirmed to us that it had ‘no plans‘ to bring the Galaxy Tab 7.7 and the Galaxy Note
September 2, 2011
Samsung i515 Gets Bluetooth Certification, Confirms “Prime” Rumors
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Posted by: Scott WebsterAugust 30, 2011
A Samsung handset carrying the model number of SCH-I515 was found in the Bluetooth SIG yesterday, adding credibility to whispers of a 'Prime' device. Whether or not it's going to be called the Nexus Prime or Droid Prime remains to be seen however the rumored October launch ensures we'll find out more in short order. The description tells us that this is a CDMA device headed to North America, narrowing
Posted by: Scott WebsterAugust 30, 2011
A Samsung handset carrying the model number of SCH-I515 was found in the Bluetooth SIG yesterday, adding credibility to whispers of a 'Prime' device. Whether or not it's going to be called the Nexus Prime or Droid Prime remains to be seen however the rumored October launch ensures we'll find out more in short order. The description tells us that this is a CDMA device headed to North America, narrowing
Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7′s and Galaxy Note's Displays Are Gorgeous
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The AMOLED displays on Samsung’s new Galaxy Tab 7.7 and Galaxy Note are simply amazing. The viewing angles are fantastic and the colors are rich. Videos look great, photos pop and static content is so clear that it almost looks too good to even be a display. It’s easy to imagine that some people will mistake a real Samsung device with an AMOLED screen for a display model with a sticker in lieu of a real
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The AMOLED displays on Samsung’s new Galaxy Tab 7.7 and Galaxy Note are simply amazing. The viewing angles are fantastic and the colors are rich. Videos look great, photos pop and static content is so clear that it almost looks too good to even be a display. It’s easy to imagine that some people will mistake a real Samsung device with an AMOLED screen for a display model with a sticker in lieu of a real
Samsung Droid Prime Launching Exclusively on Verizon in October?
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Remember that rumor we heard a short time ago about the Google Nexus Prime heading to Verizon in October? Well, it looks like that rumor has some legs as BGR is reporting that the Google Nexus Prime will be a Samsung-made device called the Samsung Droid Prime and it will be headed to Verizon in October. Exclusively.
That should dry up a few tears that were shed when we learned Verizon would not be carrying the Samsung Galaxy S II.
Not many details about the Droid Prime are known but apparently it will be the first smartphone with Android
Remember that rumor we heard a short time ago about the Google Nexus Prime heading to Verizon in October? Well, it looks like that rumor has some legs as BGR is reporting that the Google Nexus Prime will be a Samsung-made device called the Samsung Droid Prime and it will be headed to Verizon in October. Exclusively.
That should dry up a few tears that were shed when we learned Verizon would not be carrying the Samsung Galaxy S II.
Not many details about the Droid Prime are known but apparently it will be the first smartphone with Android
Android Camera Shootout: Phones Put to the Test
Over the past month, how many photos have you taken with your smartphone versus your stand-alone camera? Sure, for special events or portraits, you’ll probably want to use an advanced point-and-shoot, an interchangeable-lens camera, or a DSLR--but when you’re on the go, a phone with a good camera is more than sufficient. At the very least, you’ll want a phone capable of taking photos that are decent enough to share, whether it’s with your Facebook friends or via email to your relatives.
Most new Android phones have a 5- to 8-megapixel camera, as
Most new Android phones have a 5- to 8-megapixel camera, as
September 1, 2011
White HTC Droid Incredible 2 will be a Best Buy exclusive, priced at $149.99
By Vlad Bobleanta on 17 Aug 11
Last month we first got word about the imminent release of a silverish-white version of Verizon’s HTC Droid Incredible. Back then we called it silver, but it does look more white than silver, so from now on we’ll go with white.
So this version of the smartphone was pegged as coming soon, and while we still can’t tell you exactly when you’ll be able to pick one up, we can at least let you know where from.
It turns out that Best Buy will be the outlet exclusively selling the white Droid Incredible 2. This information comes
Last month we first got word about the imminent release of a silverish-white version of Verizon’s HTC Droid Incredible. Back then we called it silver, but it does look more white than silver, so from now on we’ll go with white.
So this version of the smartphone was pegged as coming soon, and while we still can’t tell you exactly when you’ll be able to pick one up, we can at least let you know where from.
It turns out that Best Buy will be the outlet exclusively selling the white Droid Incredible 2. This information comes
Samsung Galaxy S II & Samsung Epic Touch 4G Review of First Looks/Reviews
Yesterday, Samsung held a special press event allowing members of media and analysts to try out the new Samsung Galaxy S II from ATT and the Samsung Epic 4G Touch. The release date from ATT will be September 16 and September 18 from Sprint. T-Mobile has not announced the release date yet for the Samsung Galaxy S II, which may be named the Samsung Hercules.The most recent reviews and hands-on impressions are mostly positive praising the Super AMOLED touchscreen, fast processor and capabilities of the Samsung Galaxy S II.The reviewers are somewhat
Android Camera Shootout: 13 Phones Put to the Test
Over the past month, how many photos have you taken with your smartphone versus your stand-alone camera? Sure, for special events or portraits, you’ll probably want to use an advanced point-and-shoot, an interchangeable-lens camera, or a DSLR--but when you’re on the go, a phone with a good camera is more than sufficient. At the very least, you’ll want a phone capable of taking photos that are decent enough to share, whether it’s with your Facebook friends or via email to your relatives.
Most new Android phones have a 5- to 8-megapixel camera, as well as a handful of automated
Most new Android phones have a 5- to 8-megapixel camera, as well as a handful of automated
Droid Bionic Release Date Close As Promotion Begins
The Motorola Droid Bionic has been a long time coming, so just when will the Android smartphone come out to play? Well although the word is that the Droid Bionic Twitter page that reported that the Motorola Droid Bionic would release on the 8th of September is apparently a fake as reported (here), that release date could turn out to be true, or very close.According to an article over on Slash Gear, Motorola Droid Bionic promotion has now begun with DroidDoes.com launching an officially Droid Bionic page, while @DroidLanding has kicked off a Motorola Droid Bionic scavenger hunt.As the Droid
Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7: Dual-core chip, new screen
Samsung's new Galaxy Tab 7.7
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BERLIN--Samsung, the most aggressive backer of
Android
tablets, announced the Galaxy Tab 7.7 today, a model that brings a dual-core processor and the company's Super AMOLED Plus display technology to the line.
Apple's iPad line still dominates the tablet market, but those using Google's Android operating system are trying hard to find a place. Samsung's announcement at the IFA electronics show here follows Sony's yesterday and more from other players, too.
The Galaxy Tab 7.7 display uses the compay's active matrix organic light-emitting
(Credit:
Samsung)
BERLIN--Samsung, the most aggressive backer of
Android
tablets, announced the Galaxy Tab 7.7 today, a model that brings a dual-core processor and the company's Super AMOLED Plus display technology to the line.
Apple's iPad line still dominates the tablet market, but those using Google's Android operating system are trying hard to find a place. Samsung's announcement at the IFA electronics show here follows Sony's yesterday and more from other players, too.
The Galaxy Tab 7.7 display uses the compay's active matrix organic light-emitting
Review: Motorola's Newest DROID 3
Improved Motorola DROID 3Motorola Inc. launched its newest line of DROID model. With heavier power and greater reactivity, the DROID 3 features dual-core speed and bright qHD display. The DROID 3 is different from the DROID that was released in 2009 and DROID 2 in 2010. In terms of internal and external design and characteristics, the DROID 3 is impressive. Compared to other DROIDs, the DROID 3 is more powerful with enhanced features. This smartphone has thinnest QWERTY and it is considered the answer from previous DROIDs’s flaws. Like any other mobile phones and smartphones on the world
Samsung Galaxy S II 6 Samsung Epic Touch 4G Review of First Looks/Reviews
Yesterday, Samsung held a special press event allowing members of media and analysts to try out the new Samsung Galaxy S II from ATT and the Samsung Epic 4G Touch. The release date from ATT will be September 16 and September 18 from Sprint. T-Mobile has not announced the release date yet for the Samsung Galaxy S II, which may be named the Samsung Hercules.The most recent reviews and hands-on impressions are mostly positive praising the Super AMOLED touchscreen, fast processor and capabilities of the Samsung Galaxy S II.The reviewers are somewhat
Verizon's new Motorola Droid Bionic and LG Enlighten show up in photos
By Florin on 05 Aug 11
We can’t say we haven’t seen Verizon’s redesigned Motorola Droid Bionic until now. The handset has appeared in photos and renders a few times, but it’s always good to see more of it. Three fresh images have been spotted over at Droid-life, showing the Bionic next to the Samsung Droid Charge (which is already available at Verizon).
The Droid Bionic seems to be a bit bigger than Samsung’s device. This may mean it has a 4.5 inch screen, not a 4.3 inch one (but we can’t be sure about that until Motorola says so). All will be clear in
We can’t say we haven’t seen Verizon’s redesigned Motorola Droid Bionic until now. The handset has appeared in photos and renders a few times, but it’s always good to see more of it. Three fresh images have been spotted over at Droid-life, showing the Bionic next to the Samsung Droid Charge (which is already available at Verizon).
The Droid Bionic seems to be a bit bigger than Samsung’s device. This may mean it has a 4.5 inch screen, not a 4.3 inch one (but we can’t be sure about that until Motorola says so). All will be clear in
Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1
With Apple currently trying its hardest to ensure that the Galaxy Tab 10.1 stays off store shelves, one might be tempted to assume that the Cupertino-based company is running scared at the prospect of a true rival to its best-selling iPad 2.On paper, Samsung's tablet challenger is a fearsome beast. There's a 1GHz NVIDIA Tegra 2 dual-core processor beating at the heart of this mobile monster, backed up by 1GB of RAM. In terms of horsepower it's a mouth-watering prospect.It's not just the raw tech that will get your pulse racing, however. Samsung is keen to point out that the Galaxy Tab 10.1 is
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